The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is collaborating with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security to develop procedures for the direct distribution of food items released from strategic reserves at the state and local government levels. A statement from Mr. Manzo Ezekiel, the Head of the Press Unit at the agency, clarified a […]
The National Economic Council (NEC) has taken measures to address the economic challenges facing the nation, including ensuring the availability of fertilizer for farmers and establishing Agro-Rangers to address insecurity on farms. The decision was made during the 139th meeting of the Council chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, held virtually on Thursday. Vice President […]
President Bola Tinubu has cautioned senior civil servants against exacerbating the challenging situation faced by Nigerians. This warning comes amidst public complaints about hardships triggered by the removal of fuel subsidy and monetary policy changes announced during the President’s inaugural speech on May 29, 2023. In a meeting with the Head of Service, The Body […]
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) reported significant achievements by the Nigerian troops in the past week. In various operational theaters across the country, the following outcomes were recorded: Terrorists Eliminated: 286 Terrorists Apprehended: 244 Kidnapped Hostages Rescued: 122 Perpetrators of Oil Theft Apprehended: 83 Estimated Sum Denied to Oil Thieves: N2.5 billion Additionally, the troops recovered […]
The federal government has granted approval for the establishment of two additional private universities in Nigeria, bringing the total to 149. This brings the overall count of universities in Nigeria to 274, comprising 149 private, 63 state, and 62 federal universities. The newly sanctioned universities are Lighthouse University, Evbuobanosa, Edo state, and the African School […]
President Bola Tinubu has restated his dedication to championing judicial reforms with unwavering support. He underscores the significance of responsible judicial systems in bolstering democracy across the West… The president issued the directive on Thursday during a meeting with a delegation from the ECOWAS Judicial Council, led by Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, Chief Justice of Nigeria […]
The Media Trust Group’s Board of Directors has assigned Maude Rabiu Gwadabe the position of Deputy Editor-in-Chief for Daily Trust, along with chairmanship of its Editorial Board. According to a statement released by the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the group, Ahmad Shekarau, Gwadabe will serve in both the print and digital domains of Daily […]
As a component of its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Vento Furniture, a prominent furniture company in Nigeria, has contributed a building for hostel accommodation to the University of Abuja. During the inauguration event in Abuja held yesterday, Hassan Yigit, the Chief Executive Officer of Vento Furniture, expressed that the company’s mission goes beyond […]
Security operatives, including personnel from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the police force, and various agencies assigned by the National Security Adviser, continue their crackdown on marketplaces suspected to serve as hubs for forex speculators. Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, issued orders on Tuesday for EFCC, police, Nigeria Customs Service, and Nigeria […]
The Mass Communication Department at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria is organizing its inaugural international conference scheduled for Monday, February 26th, to Wednesday, February 28th, 2024. The conference, themed “Media, Insecurity and Development: Issues, Challenges and the Way Forward,” will have Malam Abdulhamid Salihu Dembos, the Director General of NTA, as its chairperson. Professor Cosmos […]
